The building had been part of Castlereagh Council and was used by the club for 15 years without any problems, but became part of Belfast Council with the recent creation of 11 super-councils.

But the issue was raised at Council today by UUP councillors Jim Rodgers, Sonia Copeland and Peter Johnston who welcomed news the decision “has been reversed”.

Alderman Rodgers added: “This news had caused a great deal of upset and uncertainty not only for the club, but also for those who take the classes. Doubt was cast over the future of the classes at the Braniel Community Centre after the facility changed hands from Castlereagh Borough Council to Belfast City Council, following the boundary change.

“I am delighted to say that following a meeting held with Ulster Unionist Party Councillors and Belfast City Council officers the position has been reversed, and the club will no longer be required to vacate the premises.

“These classes provide a very worthwhile service to the community and there should never have been any doubt cast over the clubs future at Braniel Community Centre.”

A spokesman for Belfast Council confirmed they are "to allow the City of Belfast Dog Training Club to use its Braniel Community Centre".

They added: “The club had recently been informed that it would no longer be able to use the centre after the end of June due to concerns expressed by other users around health and safety.

“However, the council has decided that the club can continue using the facility but will consider how the concerns raised can be addressed, taking into account the needs of all users.”

Club trainer Alex Douglas said it was "great news".

He added: "Fair play to Jim Rodgers who said he would get it sorted and he did very quickly. It's a victory for the club members and for common sense. The other thing is we can now truly be the City of Belfast Dog Training Club since we're in Belfast Council area now."